Republic of the Philippines

Bantayan Southern Institute, Inc.

Bantayan, Bantayan, Cebu

MIDTERM EXAMINATION OF BSEd – IIIA

Children and Adolescent Literature (2nd Semester)

Name: _______________ Date: _______________

Score: _______________ Section: BSEd – 3A

Multiple Choice

Directions: Read each item carefully, then encircle the letter that
corresponds to your answer. Strictly NO ERASURES.

1. Which dramatist is credited as popularizing realism in modern drama

during the early 20th century?

A. George Bernard Shaw

b. Henrik Ibsen

c. Underwood

d. J.M. Barrie

2. The term “problem play” refers to a type of drama that:

a. Uses romantic themes and ideals on the characters

b. Focuses on real-life social issues such as marriage, justice, and

labor

c. Highlights mythological stories

d. Depicts the experience of the mind of the artist

3. What is the primary focus of modern drama according to the

characteristics of contemporary theatre?

a. Supernatural elements

b. Historical accuracy

c. Ideas and social reflection

d. A hero’s traditional journey

4. In what way did modernism influence modern drama, as seen in the shift
of themes?

a. It abandoned realism entirely and focused on absurd themes

b. It emphasized only real-life struggles without artistic creativity

c. It created a balance between realistic narratives and experimental

storytelling

d. It solely focused on exaggerated performance over substance

5.C

6.C

7. Impressionism in modern drama primarily emphasizes:

a. A clear narrative with well-defined characters

b. The effects of scenes on the audience’s perceptions and emotions

c. The exploration of themes like social justice in a strict setting

d. Historical context and factual storytelling

8. Expressionism in modern drama is characterized by the focus on:

a. Realistic portrayals of everyday life

b. The inner thoughts, feelings, and emotions of characters

c. World War II and modern political interactions

d. Well-structured plot flow and strict dialogue

9. Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House is considered a significant work in modern

drama because it:

a. Celebrates the joy of family life without conflict

b. Challenges traditional gender roles and societal expectations

c. Focuses exclusively on historical events

d. Uses fantastical elements in its core story

10. Which of the following statements best reflects the impact of World War II
on modern drama?

a. It led to more utopian themes in theatre

b. It heavily influenced the development of absurdist drama

c. It introduced an optimistic revival of romantic themes

d. It promoted a stronger adherence to classical structures

11. Which of the following is a defining characteristic of modernist poetry?

a. Strict adherence to conventional structures and patterns

b. The absence of symbolism and metaphors

c. Free verse, fragmentation, and deep emotional themes

d. Simple, straightforward storytelling

12. What is the primary function of contemporary poetry?

a. To follow rigid poetic structures

b. To evoke emotions and reactions from readers

c. To exclude modern themes

d. To make poetry entirely abstract without clear meaning

13. Commonly, what do modern and postmodernist authors use?

a. Repetitive structures and expected outcomes

b. Formal and elaborate linguistic patterns

c. A mix of colloquial language and abstract themes

d. Consistent rhyme schemes in all works

14 Which literary movement is considered a precursor to modernist poetry?

a. Romanticism

b. Surrealism

c. Symbolism

d. Postmodernism

15. In contemporary poetry, the use of images and sensory details is meant
to:

a. Create a narrative framework

b. Adhere to traditional poetic forms

c. Evoke emotions and reactions from readers

d. Convey abstract ideas without clarity

16. Which challenge do contemporary poets often face?

a. Lack of access to modern publishing platforms

b. Overcoming the expectation of traditional poetic forms

c. Decreased interest in poetry among younger generations

d. Limited themes available for exploration

Multiple-Choice Questions

17. What distinguishes free verse poetry from traditional forms?

a. A consistent rhyme scheme

b. A focus on narrative elements

c. The absence of any meter or rhyme

d. Use of formal structures and stanzas

18. Postmodern poetry is characterized by which of the following?

a. A focus on modern technology

b. An absence of irony, playfulness, and self-referentiality

c. A rejection of all poetic forms

d. Social adherence to personal narratives

19. Ecopoetry is a subgenre of contemporary poetry that primarily

addresses:

A. Personal relationships

b. Urban life and experiences

c. Environmental issues and nature

d. Historical events

20. Which of the following statements best describes the relationship

between contemporary poetry and social issues?

A. Contemporary poetry avoids political topics in favor of personal expression

b. Contemporary poetry is purely an escapist art without social and political

issues

c. Social issues in poetry are only present in works of older poets

d. Contemporary poetry often engages with and critiques social and political
issues

21. T.S. Eliot’s poem The Waste Land is often considered a reflection of:

a. The joys of nature and pastoral life

b. Post-World War I disillusionment and the fragmentation of modern life

c. The triumph of human spirit over adversity

d. Romantic love and social turmoil

22. Rupi Kaur’s poetry in Broken English primarily explores themes of:

a. Historical events and their impact

b. Personal identity, love, and healing

c. Scientific concepts in modern life

d. Fantasy and mythical creatures

23. Which poetic technique is most prominent in The Waste Land?

a. Consistent and predictable rhythm

b. Extensive use of allusions and quotations from other texts

c. Rhyme and meter in every line

d. Clear and predictable stanzas

24. Rupi Kaur’s style in Broken English is characterized by:

a. Elaborate metaphors and complex language

b. Formal structure and strict rhyme schemes

c. Simplicity, clarity, and accessibility

d. Lengthy, narrative-driven poems

25. Which type of character is typically depicted as a hero or role model in

children’s literature?

A. Antagonist

b. Protagonist

c. Foil

d. Supporting character

26. What kind of setting includes the time period in which a story takes
place?

a. Physical setting

b. Temporal setting

c. Cultural background
d. Emotional setting

27. What is one of the key functions of dialogue in a piece?

a. To obstruct the conflict

b. To present the character’s development

c. To exclude side plots and main characters

d. To focus on the climax

28. Which of the following is a common struggle among fictional forces?

a. Man vs. Man

b. Man vs. Self

c. Man vs. Nature

d. All of the above

29. What is a major theme in adolescent literature?

a. The reliability of fate

b. The discovery of personal identity

c. The perfection of society

d. The rejection of change

30. What is the mood of a story?

a. The emotional response of the reader created by the author

b. The tone or attitude of the author toward the subject

c. The structure of the plot’s development

d. The resolution of the story’s conflicts

31. Which point of view allows the narrator to know the thoughts and
feelings of multiple characters?

A. First-person

b. Second-person

c. Third-person limited

d. Third-person omniscient

32. In children’s literature, what is often conveyed through the use of bright
colors in illustrations?

A. Seriousness of the narrative

b. Emotionless storytelling

c. Playfulness and happiness

d. Complex themes

33. How does texture in illustrations contribute to the overall experience in

children’s books?

a. It distracts from the text and lets the children focus on the picture

b. It provides an emotional connection through visual sensation

c. It serves a purpose to ignite the imaginative nature of children

d. It simplifies the illustrations not to confuse children

34. Which element of plot typically leads to the climax of a story?

a. Rising action

b. Falling action

c. Resolution

d. Exposition
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